Soil & Water Quality Lab Student Assistant - Part-Time

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky's Soil and Water Quality Lab in Lexington is seeking an undergraduate student to assist with preparing and analyzing soil samples. Applicants should include a cover letter and resume listing courses with a lab component.

Work is part-time (12–15 hours/week) during the spring 2027 semester with the potential for summer employment, and the position supports ongoing research in soil quality and environmental science.

Qualifications

• Laboratory experience.
• Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume that includes a list of courses with a laboratory component.
• Science majors with laboratory experience and/or interest are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare and analyze soil samples.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The University of Kentucky's Soil and Water Quality Lab in Lexington is seeking an undergraduate student to assist with preparing and analyzing soil samples. Applicants should include a cover letter and resume listing courses with a lab component.

Work is part-time (12–15 hours/week) during the spring 2027 semester with the potential for summer employment, and the position supports ongoing research in soil quality and environmental science.